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Key Facts: JQCV A2 Exam
The JQCV A2 Elemental certificate is issued by the Generalitat Valenciana through its official language certifying body, the JQCV.
JQCV A2 certifies CEFR A2 (elementary) proficiency in reading and listening comprehension in the Valencian language.
Valencian is the co-official regional language of the Valencian Community alongside Spanish, recognised under the Statute of Autonomy.
The JQCV A2 Elemental exam tests reading comprehension and listening comprehension sections in a multiple-choice format.
JQCV certificates are permanent and do not expire, making them a lifelong credential for Valencian language proficiency.
The JQCV certification ladder has five levels: A2 Elemental, B1 Bàsic, B2 Mitjà, C1 Superior, and C2 (highest proficiency).
The 9 d'octubre (Day of the Valencian Community) is the official regional holiday commemorating King James I's entry into Valencia in 1238.
JQCV B2 Mitjà and higher certificates are commonly required for public sector employment (oposicions) in the Valencian Community.
The JQCV A2 Elemental exam tests reading and listening comprehension in Valencian at elementary (CEFR A2) level. Issued by the Generalitat Valenciana, the certificate is permanent and widely recognised in the Valencian Community for employment and education. The exam covers short texts and dialogues on everyday topics such as family, food, shopping, transport, and daily routines. It is the starting point of the JQCV certification ladder (A2 Elemental → B1 Bàsic → B2 Mitjà → C1 Superior → C2).
Sample JQCV A2 Practice Questions
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1Llegeix aquest avís: 'La biblioteca tanca a les 20:00 h.' / Read this notice: 'The library closes at 20:00.' What time does the library close?
2Quin és el significat de 'mercat' en anglès? / What is the meaning of 'mercat' in English?
3Llegeix l'email: 'Hola Maria, demà no puc vindre a classe. Estic malalt.' / Read the email: 'Hello Maria, tomorrow I cannot come to class. I am sick.' Why is the writer not coming to class?
4Completa la frase: 'El meu pare __ cinquanta anys.' / Complete the sentence: 'My father __ fifty years old.' Which verb form is correct?
5Llegeix la llista de la compra: 'pa, llet, ous, taronges, formatge'. / Read the shopping list: 'bread, milk, eggs, oranges, cheese.' How many items are on the list?
6Escolta: 'Perdona, on és l'estació de metro?' / Listen: 'Excuse me, where is the metro station?' What is the person asking about?
7Quina és la forma correcta del verb 'parlar' en present per a 'nosaltres'? / What is the correct present-tense form of 'parlar' (to speak) for 'nosaltres' (we)?
8Llegeix el cartell: 'Obert de dilluns a divendres de 9:00 a 14:00 i de 16:00 a 19:00.' / Read the sign: 'Open Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 14:00 and from 16:00 to 19:00.' Is the shop open at 15:00 on Wednesday?
9Completa la frase: 'Ahir __ al mercat amb la meua mare.' / Complete: 'Yesterday I __ to the market with my mother.' Which form is correct?
10Escolta: 'Vull dos quilos de taronges, per favor.' / Listen: 'I want two kilos of oranges, please.' Where is this conversation most likely taking place?
About the JQCV A2 Exam
The JQCV A2 Elemental certificate is the entry-level official certification in Valencian language knowledge, issued by the Junta Qualificadora de Coneixements de Valencià (JQCV), a body of the Generalitat Valenciana. It certifies that the holder has elementary Valencian proficiency at CEFR A2 level, including the ability to understand and use simple written and spoken Valencian in everyday situations. Valencian (Valencià) is the co-official regional language of the Valencian Community alongside Spanish.
Exam sponsor: Junta Qualificadora de Coneixements de Valencià (JQCV) — Generalitat Valenciana. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
Reading comprehension and listening comprehension sections, multiple-choice format
Time Limit
Approximately 60–75 minutes
Passing Score
Passing mark set by JQCV (typically around 60–65%)
Reported exam pass rate: Most prepared candidates pass. official pass rate not published by JQCV Exam sponsor website
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
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Reading Comprehension (Comprensió Lectora)
Short texts including public notices, simple emails, informal notes, shopping lists, forms, advertisements, and basic informational passages at A2 level
Listening Comprehension (Comprensió Oral)
Short audio recordings including everyday dialogues, announcements, telephone messages, and simple conversations about daily routines, shopping, and directions
Preparing for the JQCV A2 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Passing mark set by JQCV (typically around 60–65%)
- Assessment: Reading comprehension and listening comprehension sections, multiple-choice format
- Time limit: Approximately 60–75 minutes
- Exam / certification fees: Low administrative fee (under ~€30) Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the JQCV A2 Elemental certificate?
The JQCV A2 Elemental is the official entry-level certificate in Valencian language knowledge, issued by the Junta Qualificadora de Coneixements de Valencià (JQCV), a body of the Generalitat Valenciana. It certifies elementary (CEFR A2) proficiency in reading and listening comprehension in Valencian. The certificate is permanent — it does not expire — and is widely recognised across the Valencian Community.
Who issues the JQCV A2 certificate?
The JQCV (Junta Qualificadora de Coneixements de Valencià) issues the certificate. It is an official body of the Generalitat Valenciana (the autonomous government of the Valencian Community). The JQCV is the authoritative body for assessing and certifying knowledge of Valencian in the Valencian Community.
What does the JQCV A2 exam test?
The A2 Elemental exam tests reading comprehension (comprensió lectora) and listening comprehension (comprensió oral) in Valencian at CEFR A2 level. Reading tasks include short notices, emails, letters, and forms. Listening tasks include simple dialogues and announcements on everyday topics such as family, shopping, transport, and daily routines. Grammar tested includes present tense, basic object pronouns, and simple sentence structures.
What is Valencian (Valencià)?
Valencian (Valencià) is the co-official regional language of the Valencian Community in Spain, alongside Spanish (Castellà). It is a variety of Catalan, sharing a high degree of mutual intelligibility with standard Catalan and Balear. Valencian has official recognition under the Statute of Autonomy of the Valencian Community and is used in public administration, education, and media throughout the region.
How is the JQCV A2 certificate useful?
The JQCV A2 certificate is recognised for employment in the Valencian public sector (public administration, healthcare, education), where Valencian language merit points can affect competitive examinations (oposicions). It is also useful for university admission merit scores and demonstrates commitment to learning the regional language. As the lowest level, A2 opens the path to higher certificates (B1, B2, C1, C2).
How long is the JQCV A2 certificate valid?
JQCV certificates are permanent — they do not have an expiry date. Once you pass the A2 Elemental exam, the certificate is valid indefinitely. This makes the JQCV certification a valuable long-term credential for anyone living and working in the Valencian Community.